you know when a guy on youtube is a real pro and knows what he's doing? when he puts real effort into safety. it shows maturity and a long history dealing with weapons. i love this man.
After doing research on what all in one rifle to get I watched so many videos on TH-cam and read a lot from other shooters. This video is what actually made me go out and buy the socom 16. I finally took it out to the range last week and all I can say is I am very happy with my purchase. The guys next to me with their ARs would stop firing theirs just to hear mine. Awesome rifle.
I've owned several M1As over the years, liquidating when broke, repurchasing when flush. From the Stds, Std Loaded, to the Natty Match, down to the Scout and now, the Socom 16. Of all the M1As I've been blessed with owning, the Socom 16 is definitely the most practical of them all. Word for the wiser... A note to all you would-be Socom 16 owners, or Scout model as well: The forward mounted pic rail gets HOT. VERY Quickly. So, in a "Battle Rifle" capacity, I've taken to using more traditional mounts, I.E. a Smith Enterprises Mount, or a S.A. Gen IV, to name a few "Conventional" scope mounts/rails. Why, you ask? Well, my last Scout ended up heating so much so that the lenses on my optics began to warp. The replacement red-dot, it shattered. Upon calling up the folks at S.A., they warned of this as a design flaw, as the forward pic rail is mounted Directly onto the barrel. So, if you plan on plinking around, it's just fine as is. If you're looking for a more practical setup, spend a little extra to have a standard/"conventional" mount, directly over the receiver/ejection port. You'll thank me later when you don't have to replace optics after optics. My current setup? M1A Socom 16, Factory Synthetic Stock, Smith Enterprises pic rail for my soon to be acquired ACOG, a Harris Bipod, Blackhawk Cheekpiece, and a Midwest Enterprises pic rail system that sits right below the front sights, providing two forward mounts. A Surefire Scout on one side, a PEQ-15 on the other. A satisfied man, am I. I hope this input helps y'all, and to HICKOK45 - keep doing your thing, Sir. I enjoy your clips and tips. God Bless.
The miss before 25 seconds was identified by the ammo company as a poor load. The person has been fired and will never work again. Hickok45 doesn’t miss.
StayBehindTheGun Do you think I care? I can happily fly over to NZ when I feel like shooting off some big guns. I have bigger priorities, like bills and a job you know? Why are you still hitting on me though, I already said I'm straight lol. Looks like that 'prison culture of Arizona' you mentioned is getting to your head lmao, don't drop the soap hahaha!
George Patton described the M1 Garand as “The best battle implement ever devised.” I gave my ar10 to my son after I bought my Socom. I love it. Just a bad Ass brute of a rifle.
I get my M1-A loaded full length in Walnut tomorrow. Can't hardly wait, and it's video men like this who got my interest peaked so much. Thanks so much for your work, and sharing your enthusiasm.
SA M1A SOCOM 16 is one of the best rifles ever. An American battle rifle firing a stout cartridge in a compact configuration, doesn't get much better. :-)
I fell Instantly 'in Love' with the M-14 in USMC Boot Camp! And I have wanted one ever since. An AR-10 is "similar" -- firing the same round, of course. But NOT the SAME! This Rifle is Definitely at the TOP of my Shopping List!
I still think this is as close to perfect as it gets. I now have one of these and even though people fall in and out of love with rifles, cartridges and configurations I'm sticking with this rifle and my AR-15 style rifle. I don't need anything else when it comes to self defense. I have settled on these two rifles. I have also settled on the Glock 19 and Glock 20 for my two forever pistols. This is my set up and I'ma stickin with it. Thanks for all your vids Mr. Hickock45.
I decided to buy a socom 16 after seeing this video a few years back and I still get excited every time I take it out. Definitely one of my favorite purchases and a rifle I will always love. If anyone is thinking of getting one do it you won’t regret it. 👍🏼
I have been watching your videos for a couple years now. By far the best TH-cam gun channel I have seen. I have not owned a gun yet, this Friday I will purchase my first gun. From your reviews I have chosen a mossberg 500, m1a socom and a xd 45.
Good choices! You should also pick up a .22 rifle for affordable, high-volume practice, and a concealable handgun, and a lever gun, and a revolver or two, a semiauto shotgun, an AR or AK of some variety, and, and, and...they tend to multiply :)
csknives2140 3-1/2" shells are only used for certain turkey and waterfowl hunting; they aren't practical for much else, and aren't essential for those particular hunting types. 500s do have options for choke tubes, as well as various smoothbore and rifled barrels. I'm an 870 fan over the 500 due to the added weight from the steel receiver, but the 500 is certainly not a bad shotgun.
Just bought a Springfield m1a scout and its a sweet rifle. Handles like a dream and it attracts a lot of spectators at the range. The iron sights are the best I have ever used. Do yourself a favor and buy a real battle rifle, this thing is perfect.
Thanks Hickok for showing us this wonderful, beautiful, rifle!! I saw it in a rifle magazine. I appreciate you showing us this rifle in action. I know, it is just something about the design of this weapon and the look of strength and power it exudes!! Even the sights on this rifle appear strong and battleworthy!!
Great rifle is the M1A socom 16. Gotta watch that barrell heat no doubt. So much fun my friends won't return the rifle to owner when at the range. Worth every penny, every American patriot should have one. Thanks for this video!
I've got the Socom II, and COMPLETELY understand how you appreciate the 16! It's a man sized package, no question about it.. and the Iron sights are incredibly accurate.
Just picked one up last month. I love it. I really love the weight and feel of it. It's just outstanding and is such a step up(in several ways) from my Mini-14. BTW, Hick, thanks for this video review, it helped me make my decision.
Hickok is a true american..How great is it to have a real time video with an honest man that reviews all types of weaponry..I dont buy any gun without first stopping by old hickoks place..Thanks brother🇺🇸
Overall I prefer the original M14, because my guess is your 5 shot groups at 500 yds will be much tighter. But for hogs and deer at sub 300 yds (and for carrying through the hills of eastern TN or KY during summer) I've come to think the SOCOM is fine.
The Socom 16 is a great rifle. My son shoots his out to 800 yards with no trouble at all! Accurately. I prefer the full length for getting everything out of the cartridge possible, but that's just the way I shoot and what I'm after for results. There are those who will talk crap about SA M1A rifles and all the things that are wrong with them..... but in the years of shooting and using these rifles in my family, from the time they were new out of the box to yesterday, they have performed flawlessly! Never a malfunction and always accurate. The guys that talk crap about SA M1A rifles are either liars or they they don't know how to maintain a rifle.Because, I know a lot of other SA M1A Owner/Shooters who will back my stand! In fact, I just picked up a loaded stainless match barrel...... and you know.....it hasn't done anything but function perfectly! I wonder what's wrong with it? ;)
I love this rifle. Beautiful and a modernized classic of the M1A. Thanks hickok45 for this video. I was deciding on a Standard M1A, or the Socom 16. You did videos on both. Now I've made my decision.
The Socom16 reminds me of the old BM59/62 series adapted from the original M14 and those rifles were excellent...on the other hand,it's so much fun watching you,very informative,your little comments bg,small,up down,right or wrong you can always learn from a man like you...as YOU aged you only got better...god bless you...and ummmera also im an annual me in the NRA...next re-up LIFETIME,you have a good one,stay safe and keep doing what you do
If you don't mind, could you explain what about the Scout Squad that makes it preferred? I'm currently in the market for a M1A but can't decide what model I'd like.
I so want one! My only add would be a rail mount set up on the foregrip so I could have a tactical light and foregrip handle for better ergonomics and to help me with the recoil. Just love all the modern style vintage concept rifles now days! So well made
I was issued the M-14 in the Army in 1966 in training and later in 1967 in Viet Nam. That was one tough reliable weapon and believe me the conditions where dust,rain and just plain dirt and mud. The only break in was just put the magazune and let her rip. But this SOCOM 16 M1-A featured beats the cake. Wow! if we only had that baby
Hick, I have 2 M1As the Loaded and the Scout.......both in Walnut.....love them....if anyone here wants to know....put Watco's Danish oil on the stock....makes it very durable...weather proof....and shows the grain......
I've always wanted one of those. I have never shot an m1a but I have shot a m1 garand before and loved it. There is definitely something cool about shooting a powerful battle rifle that's puts a smile on your face.
Wow. The rounds fire and hit the gong at the same (almost) time. I saw dirt kick up behind the cantaloupe before I realized a hole was in it. Fast muzzle velocity no doubt.
***** I did that once with a Gatling gun, tying a loop around the horses right front hoof connected to the crank on the Gatling gun. It worked okay the first couple of times but after that, the horse wouldn't listen to a damn thing I said!
eh.. Recoil on a 308 isn't too bad, as long as you hold the gun properly and don't stand like a limp noodle :P Of course it might not matter for Hickok.. I'm sure he's fairly heavy because of his height.
Watched numerous vids that you have posted and have to say, thank you. They are informative as well as u stress(subtly) safety. Please keep it up. Anyone has a negative post has no knowledge of the subject which you have gained from years of experience. Keep up the work and again thank you
Love the video! I've had my eye on this rifle since Springfield introduced it. Would love to pick one up at some point. Excellent size for a powerful scout rifle, and you just have to love the M1A, even in an updated form like this.
+Quothraven Agree with you 100%! I love 308.. My favorite rifle round :) I only have one 308 rifle right now, but I hope to get an M1A SOCOM at some point in the future..
The cartridge is usable on fairy large game, with the right choice of bullets (expansion matched to the size of game). A deer may be 150-200 pounds, but .308 can take game of 600 pounds if the shooter can place his/her shots properly. The skill of the user is important, and takes considerable practice and knowledge of the game.
I have one of these coming in the next week or so-won in an auction. I admit that I bought it simply because it seemed “cool” (in the sense that Hickok45 uses the word), and I had not read a single review or watched a single video on it! This is the FIRST video I’ve watched on the rifle that I just spent $2,000 on. Does that seem foolish or stupid? Nah. Come on. It’s a rifle design that has been proven over decades. What risk was there in obtaining one? As soon as I saw what Hickok45 did at 4:45, I started howling with laughter and glee!
I will be buying the socom 16 carbine .I would also like to thank Mr. Hickok 45 for his informative videos on all the firearms he supports i will never buy unless you test it out first i am very trusting of your word .
hickok please start making us watch ads. you deserve the money. You should atleast be able to own any gun you fire if you like it and want to own it. you could be making millions! im sure you dont care about the money but you deserve it!
You can buy the Chinese version out here in Canada for 399$, Norinco brand.Mind you its really well made, and very close to the original... That thing should be very loud inside a Range. 16" 308 with a muzzle bake..
Not to be contrary but I'm not sure I could think of anything more offensive than a Chinese M1A, unless of course you were using it against communists.
I believe that the iron sights (back) aperture on the SOCOM and Tanker models have a bigger hole. I've notice that the longer "loded" versions back apeture is smaller by about 30%.
sole palmetto state armory = PSA. 1199.99 plus it comes in a nice case with a military field manual And SA sends you two twenty Rd mags and a 159.00 scope mount free of charge when you mail in the receipt. That was back in February. Don't know if that deal is still on. Same price and deal on the standard M1A.
Mike Mitchell this rifle is legal here in Kaliforniastan. I have one (￢◡￢) It doesnt have a flash hider, pistol grip, nor a collapsable stock; hence making it a "featureless" rifle, which allows for the detachable mag.
This is the rifle I imagine Snake Eyes from GI Joe would have. I would probably put the standard M1A front sight and rear peep on this one to help with the accuracy at longer distance. Very cool rifle, feels great in your hands! And readily available...almost every gun store has one!
I bought the full size M1A in 2003 and that was one fine shooter. Topped it with a Zeiss 6 x 24 Conquest scope and there wasn't much that couldn't be hit!
yes they do but they are kinda expensive, so for the price of the 5 round mag, you might as well spend the couple extra bucks to get the 10 and 20 round mags (if the state you live in allows a 20 round magazines)
I plan on purchasing the SOCOM 16 before the New Year.....been looking at them & watching videos about them now for about a year....so I'm excited about it
556 vs 762x51....really???? 2 different schools of thought and uses. Lets b real here. Overall, SOCOM reminds me of my old school Mini 14 on Steroids. There is no "winner" here. J U S T DIFFERENT! Overall....love AR platforms as well as the SOCOM or M1A. If you're honest it all comes down to "philosophy of use" as well as personal preference. Still waiting for that "GROUNDBREAKING" all in one rifle that is the best of all worlds. SOCOM= GREAT RIFLE. Have a feeling we haven't seen the GROUNDBREAKER just yet...just improvements on proven designs, LUV THEM ALL! J M O!!!
THis is the rifle our arm forces should have not the pea shooter M16 or m4 dont have nothing against the rifle just the cal. 7,62 it just a better round in every way vs a 5.56
Yeah the Scar-Heavy/17s shoots 762 x 51 and it has extremely low recoil. If every battle rifle fired the way the scar did, 5.56 rifles would be almost completely obsolete.
5.56 also travels faster then 7.62 essentially 7.62 would be better in closer engagements due to the power of the round but over distance it loses it's velocity due to the heavy round unlike the 5.56
you know they purposely made the 5.56 to maim , not to kill the enemy . because of war casualties . but i agree 7.62 ammo is way better .because the guy or enemy just tried to kill you . why wouldn't you want to take him down ?
We lost in Vietnam because Ted Kennedy added an amendment to the 1973 Defense Appropriations bill that blocked any further Military expenditure in SE Asia, thereby announcing to the enemy we had just beaten that they could regroup and attack and we would do nothing to defend our ally.
you know when a guy on youtube is a real pro and knows what he's doing? when he puts real effort into safety. it shows maturity and a long history dealing with weapons. i love this man.
Jamie Darren
you know he's a professional competition shooter look up his 6 shooter draw empty six reload speed reload and empty all on target
thats a different guy
Jamie Darren he is a good guy, a war veteran, well experienced than you,,,,he is not born yesterday unlike you
Toink Toink I heard he was wounded in WW1
After doing research on what all in one rifle to get I watched so many videos on TH-cam and read a lot from other shooters. This video is what actually made me go out and buy the socom 16. I finally took it out to the range last week and all I can say is I am very happy with my purchase. The guys next to me with their ARs would stop firing theirs just to hear mine. Awesome rifle.
jonasobado no it was cause the blast was messing up their shots lol awesome
jonasobado I did the same..Its rifle envy...lol
Thinking between this and the scout…you still like your rifle?
@@Pays2Win you should get the socom because its more cheap and more avaible
I've owned several M1As over the years, liquidating when broke, repurchasing when flush. From the Stds, Std Loaded, to the Natty Match, down to the Scout and now, the Socom 16.
Of all the M1As I've been blessed with owning, the Socom 16 is definitely the most practical of them all.
Word for the wiser...
A note to all you would-be Socom 16 owners, or Scout model as well:
The forward mounted pic rail gets HOT. VERY Quickly. So, in a "Battle Rifle" capacity, I've taken to using more traditional mounts, I.E. a Smith Enterprises Mount, or a S.A. Gen IV, to name a few "Conventional" scope mounts/rails.
Why, you ask? Well, my last Scout ended up heating so much so that the lenses on my optics began to warp. The replacement red-dot, it shattered.
Upon calling up the folks at S.A., they warned of this as a design flaw, as the forward pic rail is mounted Directly onto the barrel. So, if you plan on plinking around, it's just fine as is. If you're looking for a more practical setup, spend a little extra to have a standard/"conventional" mount, directly over the receiver/ejection port. You'll thank me later when you don't have to replace optics after optics.
My current setup? M1A Socom 16, Factory Synthetic Stock, Smith Enterprises pic rail for my soon to be acquired ACOG, a Harris Bipod, Blackhawk Cheekpiece, and a Midwest Enterprises pic rail system that sits right below the front sights, providing two forward mounts. A Surefire Scout on one side, a PEQ-15 on the other. A satisfied man, am I.
I hope this input helps y'all, and to HICKOK45 - keep doing your thing, Sir. I enjoy your clips and tips. God Bless.
Thomas Andersen can the front sight be removed if I would put a scope on it?
Thomas Andersen post a vid of it
No reason to remove the front sight. I have used a few different red dot sights and the irons do not interfere.
Thomas Andersen thanks on the heads up.
I know I'm 5 years late but thank you for the info :)
The miss before 25 seconds was identified by the ammo company as a poor load. The person has been fired and will never work again. Hickok45 doesn’t miss.
Ahh, I remember when hickok had ~ 50 000 subscribers, now it's at 1.3 million...he's such an awesome bloke
StayBehindTheGun
says the guy using twitter hashtags kek
Although I do find it quite flattering that you thought I was trying to be cool ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
StayBehindTheGun
someone seems to be removing his comments...lol
this isn't RSVP; why are you telling me your preference?
StayBehindTheGun "lives in a country that doesnt have guns"
Am australian with gun license, can confirm
( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
StayBehindTheGun Do you think I care? I can happily fly over to NZ when I feel like shooting off some big guns. I have bigger priorities, like bills and a job you know?
Why are you still hitting on me though, I already said I'm straight lol. Looks like that 'prison culture of Arizona' you mentioned is getting to your head lmao, don't drop the soap hahaha!
StayBehindTheGun
gee you're a bored kid aren't you
_"It doesn't matter how long it is, just as long as it functions."_
That's what I keep trying to tell everyone.
Lol
underrated comment :D
bout to make that my tinder bio😂
It’s not the length of the gun it’s the motion of the ocean
Reported for hate speech
George Patton described the M1 Garand as “The best battle implement ever devised.” I gave my ar10 to my son after I bought my Socom. I love it. Just a bad Ass brute of a rifle.
I get my M1-A loaded full length in Walnut tomorrow. Can't hardly wait, and it's video men like this who got my interest peaked so much. Thanks so much for your work, and sharing your enthusiasm.
***** I don't if I'm ready to throw down $800 for a Sage EBR chassis just yet lol.
bruce werner it's been four years. Do you still have it and would you buy it again?
SA M1A SOCOM 16 is one of the best rifles ever. An American battle rifle firing a stout cartridge in a compact configuration, doesn't get much better. :-)
This is correct
I'm an idiot for selling mine
Pof revolution maybe also worth the class
An ar15 chambered in .308
Corrected; An an American hunting rifle that can be used for everything else...
I fell Instantly 'in Love' with the M-14 in USMC Boot Camp!
And I have wanted one ever since. An AR-10 is "similar" -- firing the same round, of course. But NOT the SAME!
This Rifle is Definitely at the TOP of my Shopping List!
+Floyd Burdett USMC Boot Camp, "Fell in Love" As in the Sergeant made you sleep with it at night like in Full Metal Jacket right? Lol
You're been waiting 50 years to get one?
WTF is the holdup?
I've haven't seen him so in love with a gun like this before
Since this video, I've fallen out of love with this one and more "in love" with the Scout Squad model. :-)
+hickok45 I'm about to watch chapter 1 and 2 right now!
I agree I am eyeing a Socom For this season
Pablo Munoz LMAO ikr
Hickok, why did you fall 'out of love' with the SOCOM 16 for the Scout model?
So far my most favorite rifle. Has good recoil control, great accuracy with iron sights and weighs just the right amount to be steady but light.
I still think this is as close to perfect as it gets. I now have one of these and even though people fall in and out of love with rifles, cartridges and configurations I'm sticking with this rifle and my AR-15 style rifle. I don't need anything else when it comes to self defense. I have settled on these two rifles. I have also settled on the Glock 19 and Glock 20 for my two forever pistols. This is my set up and I'ma stickin with it. Thanks for all your vids Mr. Hickock45.
I decided to buy a socom 16 after seeing this video a few years back and I still get excited every time I take it out. Definitely one of my favorite purchases and a rifle I will always love. If anyone is thinking of getting one do it you won’t regret it. 👍🏼
I have been watching your videos for a couple years now. By far the best TH-cam gun channel I have seen. I have not owned a gun yet, this Friday I will purchase my first gun. From your reviews I have chosen a mossberg 500, m1a socom and a xd 45.
Fine choices!
Good choices! You should also pick up a .22 rifle for affordable, high-volume practice, and a concealable handgun, and a lever gun, and a revolver or two, a semiauto shotgun, an AR or AK of some variety, and, and, and...they tend to multiply :)
csknives2140 3-1/2" shells are only used for certain turkey and waterfowl hunting; they aren't practical for much else, and aren't essential for those particular hunting types. 500s do have options for choke tubes, as well as various smoothbore and rifled barrels. I'm an 870 fan over the 500 due to the added weight from the steel receiver, but the 500 is certainly not a bad shotgun.
WHAT did you get?
What'd you decide on?
Just bought a Springfield m1a scout and its a sweet rifle. Handles like a dream and it attracts a lot of spectators at the range. The iron sights are the best I have ever used. Do yourself a favor and buy a real battle rifle, this thing is perfect.
spookypunky 8.8 pounds with the synthetic stock, 9.3 pounds with the walnut stock.
spookypunky
Eek, string one on your shoulder for the good part of an afternoon and find out. :P
I have a lot of respect for this guy. He's such a great marksman and I love what he has to say.
I have decided i need this rifle
Kyle Warren did you get the socom 16?
Arco Cola obviously did because he hasn't gotten back to you which means he's at the range
Mark Blánc 😂
Kyle Warren same
Did you get one?
I too have decided I need this rifle lol.
Thanks Hickok for showing us this wonderful, beautiful, rifle!! I saw it in a rifle magazine. I appreciate you showing us this rifle in action. I know, it is just something about the design of this weapon and the look of strength and power it exudes!! Even the sights on this rifle appear strong and battleworthy!!
"... and I'm capable of missing..." as he hits everything he aims at!!!
Love this guy!
Great rifle is the M1A socom 16. Gotta watch that barrell heat no doubt. So much fun my friends won't return the rifle to owner when at the range. Worth every penny, every American patriot should have one. Thanks for this video!
I've got the Socom II, and COMPLETELY understand how you appreciate the 16! It's a man sized package, no question about it.. and the Iron sights are incredibly accurate.
Just picked one up last month. I love it. I really love the weight and feel of it. It's just outstanding and is such a step up(in several ways) from my Mini-14.
BTW, Hick, thanks for this video review, it helped me make my decision.
Hickok is a true american..How great is it to have a real time video with an honest man that reviews all types of weaponry..I dont buy any gun without first stopping by old hickoks place..Thanks brother🇺🇸
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Melon Lives Matter!
Michael Gentile all fruits lives matter😁
@melluns 07 lol. did you create that user name just for that comment?
Overall I prefer the original M14, because my guess is your 5 shot groups at 500 yds will be much tighter. But for hogs and deer at sub 300 yds (and for carrying through the hills of eastern TN or KY during summer) I've come to think the SOCOM is fine.
The Socom 16 is a great rifle. My son shoots his out to 800 yards with no trouble at all! Accurately. I prefer the full length for getting everything out of the cartridge possible, but that's just the way I shoot and what I'm after for results. There are those who will talk crap about SA M1A rifles and all the things that are wrong with them..... but in the years of shooting and using these rifles in my family, from the time they were new out of the box to yesterday, they have performed flawlessly! Never a malfunction and always accurate. The guys that talk crap about SA M1A rifles are either liars or they they don't know how to maintain a rifle.Because, I know a lot of other SA M1A Owner/Shooters who will back my stand! In fact, I just picked up a loaded stainless match barrel...... and you know.....it hasn't done anything but function perfectly! I wonder what's wrong with it? ;)
Some rifles just look as if they will keep you safe no matter what. This is one of those. Long live 7.62x51
This man is the reason why I picked one up and I'm loving it.
I remember handling one of these many years ago at gander mountain. I thought the price was insane. Now I wish I bought it right then and there.
I love this rifle. Beautiful and a modernized classic of the M1A. Thanks hickok45 for this video. I was deciding on a Standard M1A, or the Socom 16. You did videos on both. Now I've made my decision.
I want to get to the point where I ask Springfield for a rifle and they give me one...😬
I'm sure they would give him an incredible deal if he wanted to keep it. He's their number one salesman.
I just want to get to the point where they give me that rifle...Life would be complete! Most versatile rifle I have seen so far!
I want one to keep my Garand company.They could talk to each other for hours on end.
The Socom16 reminds me of the old BM59/62 series adapted from the original M14 and those rifles were excellent...on the other hand,it's so much fun watching you,very informative,your little comments bg,small,up down,right or wrong you can always learn from a man like you...as YOU aged you only got better...god bless you...and ummmera also im an annual me in the NRA...next re-up LIFETIME,you have a good one,stay safe and keep doing what you do
Best use of soda in a film ever. Also the slo-mo is awesome.
This is one of my all time favorites. Video and gun!
Cool gun, but I've determined that I much prefer the Scout Squad version of the M1A best of all the variations.
Whoa! I'll have to check that one out!
hey hicock45, do you know of an optics mounting system for this rifle that will still allow use of the factory sights ?
If you don't mind, could you explain what about the Scout Squad that makes it preferred? I'm currently in the market for a M1A but can't decide what model I'd like.
Sounds like there's more brass than gravel underfoot there.
Ha ha nice
In slow mo the brass sounds like when I eject on my 50
That Thumbnail made me spend $1625 after Taxes CA style smh.
I so want one! My only add would be a rail mount set up on the foregrip so I could have a tactical light and foregrip handle for better ergonomics and to help me with the recoil. Just love all the modern style vintage concept rifles now days! So well made
I was issued the M-14 in the Army in 1966 in training and later in 1967 in
Viet Nam. That was one tough reliable weapon and believe me the conditions
where dust,rain and just plain dirt and mud. The only break in was just put the
magazune and let her rip. But this SOCOM 16 M1-A featured beats the cake. Wow!
if we only had that baby
My uncle carried a M-14 in Vietnam as well, 67-69 USMC Force Recon, and always tells stories about the wooden stock was better than a plastic stock.
"Of course you can't hit anything with a short barrel" hahaha, Love this guy!
Johnny Dollar I wish I didn’t hit like this guy. I’d be doing a lot better.
Gave me a good chuckle as well
Dude, you're like Gallagher, but instead of a sledgehammer, you have a gun!!
Hick, I have 2 M1As the Loaded and the Scout.......both in Walnut.....love them....if anyone here wants to know....put Watco's Danish oil on the stock....makes it very durable...weather proof....and shows the grain......
I've always wanted one of those. I have never shot an m1a but I have shot a m1 garand before and loved it. There is definitely something cool about shooting a powerful battle rifle that's puts a smile on your face.
Wow. The rounds fire and hit the gong at the same (almost) time. I saw dirt kick up behind the cantaloupe before I realized a hole was in it. Fast muzzle velocity no doubt.
Cant help but think of Hank Hill when you say "Man tell you what"
Hickok makes it look like recoil never existed on any gun he shoots...
***** I did that once with a Gatling gun, tying a loop around the horses right front hoof connected to the crank on the Gatling gun.
It worked okay the first couple of times but after that, the horse wouldn't listen to a damn thing I said!
eh.. Recoil on a 308 isn't too bad, as long as you hold the gun properly and don't stand like a limp noodle :P Of course it might not matter for Hickok.. I'm sure he's fairly heavy because of his height.
I really want this as my first rifle over an AR. Is that weird? I love the simplicity of it and I trust Springfield.
I was the same and decided to go for the S.A M1A and just in love with gun!
Im torn between a Garand, this or an AR
This is the best rifle you could own
@@larryornelas8036, what's different about this over the AR platform? just curious
@@apocalypticredix8538 honestly how you hold the gun and the power really. I now have a AR but still prefer to shoot my M1A. It's a beauty
Watched numerous vids that you have posted and have to say, thank you. They are informative as well as u stress(subtly) safety. Please keep it up. Anyone has a negative post has no knowledge of the subject which you have gained from years of experience. Keep up the work and again thank you
I know this is super old but I have wanted this gun for 13 years and I FINALLY got my own and out of the many guns I own, this, this was my dream gun.
Love the video! I've had my eye on this rifle since Springfield introduced it. Would love to pick one up at some point. Excellent size for a powerful scout rifle, and you just have to love the M1A, even in an updated form like this.
hickok is that cool grandpa none of us had
I've never owned a gun. If I were to have one... This would be my choice.
potshot2 me too. Just something about it.
Mine too, these Socoms are pretty sweet.
Just bought this for my dad today. California has a 10 day waiting period, so I’m looking forward to the June 6th!
Love .308 rounds! I have several rifles chambered in .30 cal and they are definitely my favorites. You go, hickok45!
+Quothraven Agree with you 100%! I love 308.. My favorite rifle round :) I only have one 308 rifle right now, but I hope to get an M1A SOCOM at some point in the future..
Gallagher with a gun... Hickok45 is the best!
AWESOME range. LOVE the set-up and LOVE the scenery.
The cartridge is usable on fairy large game, with the right choice of bullets (expansion matched to the size of game). A deer may be 150-200 pounds, but .308 can take game of 600 pounds if the shooter can place his/her shots properly. The skill of the user is important, and takes considerable practice and knowledge of the game.
Shot my very first Moose years ago with a little Remington .308!
I have one of these coming in the next week or so-won in an auction. I admit that I bought it simply because it seemed “cool” (in the sense that Hickok45 uses the word), and I had not read a single review or watched a single video on it! This is the FIRST video I’ve watched on the rifle that I just spent $2,000 on. Does that seem foolish or stupid? Nah. Come on. It’s a rifle design that has been proven over decades. What risk was there in obtaining one? As soon as I saw what Hickok45 did at 4:45, I started howling with laughter and glee!
I will be buying the socom 16 carbine .I would also like to thank Mr. Hickok 45 for his informative videos on all the firearms he supports i will never buy unless you test it out first i am very trusting of your word .
Do the Springfield M1A Socom CQB please!!
I like the pistol grip but wish it had this one's stock
That weapon is a BEAST!!
hickok should have a audience on the side line . 20 chair audience an they should pay to see him shoot an learn .
carolina bull good, because I'd be in that audience
3 year long waiting list, at least. If he actually did that
hickok please start making us watch ads. you deserve the money. You should atleast be able to own any gun you fire if you like it and want to own it. you could be making millions! im sure you dont care about the money but you deserve it!
Thanks, but we'll be keeping them "skippable" for now. :-)
LOVE this gun. Built on the Garand action , what a beauty !
11:02 you definitely do not want to be on the receiving end of that lol.
You can buy the Chinese version out here in Canada for 399$, Norinco brand.Mind you its really well made, and very close to the original...
That thing should be very loud inside a Range. 16" 308 with a muzzle bake..
Not to be contrary but I'm not sure I could think of anything more offensive than a Chinese M1A, unless of course you were using it against communists.
They went up 50 bucks but still a good deal. Ammo is 450 for a 1000 rounds.
Rabih Saad my money is on SA M1A Socom 16 all day.🇺🇸
@@Mojoman57 chinese😂🤣😂
“I’m just your average professional melon killer”
No Mr Hickock. No you are not.
Fired a lot of rounds down range with mine …..never had a stoppage the accuracy is excellent, with handling characteristics to match!⚓️
I believe that the iron sights (back) aperture on the SOCOM and Tanker models have a bigger hole. I've notice that the longer "loded" versions back apeture is smaller by about 30%.
Great vid. I just got a used Socom 16 for $1,100. Great rifle!
Could have got one brand new for $1300 lol
John DeCarlo where? No way in hell
@@rollotomassi8358 ill buy it rn mister.
sole palmetto state armory = PSA. 1199.99 plus it comes in a nice case with a military field manual
And SA sends you two twenty Rd mags and a 159.00 scope mount free of charge when you mail in the receipt. That was back in February. Don't know if that deal is still on. Same price and deal on the standard M1A.
The best option for us temporarily trapped behind enemy lines in states like Commiefornia.
Mark R. Is it even legal here in California? I thought the push button mag release sunk it?
Mike Mitchell this rifle is legal here in Kaliforniastan. I have one (￢◡￢) It doesnt have a flash hider, pistol grip, nor a collapsable stock; hence making it a "featureless" rifle, which allows for the detachable mag.
If you hate it so much there then why don't you just leave?
I'm in a free state and still want this gin more than any other
Yup .. I’m
Trapped! And yes I take mine out for know at least !
And this is why people don't mess with America.
As long as we have Democrats as target practice.
Tyler L political violence. How civil of you
This is the rifle I imagine Snake Eyes from GI Joe would have. I would probably put the standard M1A front sight and rear peep on this one to help with the accuracy at longer distance. Very cool rifle, feels great in your hands! And readily available...almost every gun store has one!
I bought the full size M1A in 2003 and that was one fine shooter. Topped it with a Zeiss 6 x 24 Conquest scope and there wasn't much that couldn't be hit!
Get the scout, it's got an 18in. barrel.
I need that 20 inches
Anybody know if anyone makes a 5 round magazine for the M1A'S?
If so be sweet hunting rifle
+Kyle Hall They do
yes they do but they are kinda expensive, so for the price of the 5 round mag, you might as well spend the couple extra bucks to get the 10 and 20 round mags (if the state you live in allows a 20 round magazines)
Levi B It is illegal to hunt with a semiautomatic rifle that can hold more than five rounds at a time in the state of New Hampshire.
Kyle Hall oh, i didnt know you wanted to hunt with the rifle. So yes they do make 5 round magazines.
thank you for the response amigo.
do you happen to have an M1A or ever handled/fired one?
i need a cigarette after that session..Just bought one meself...🇺🇸😁🇺🇸
How bout a cigar with the finest sativas lol💨
I plan on purchasing the SOCOM 16 before the New Year.....been looking at them & watching videos about them now for about a year....so I'm excited about it
Up front at the it's not a flash suppressor, but a muzzle brake. That makes it so the SOCOM 16 actually kicks less than a full sized M1A.
556 vs 762x51....really???? 2 different schools of thought and uses. Lets b real here. Overall, SOCOM reminds me of my old school Mini 14 on Steroids. There is no "winner" here. J U S T DIFFERENT! Overall....love AR platforms as well as the SOCOM or M1A. If you're honest it all comes down to "philosophy of use" as well as personal preference. Still waiting for that "GROUNDBREAKING" all in one rifle that is the best of all worlds. SOCOM= GREAT RIFLE. Have a feeling we haven't seen the GROUNDBREAKER just yet...just improvements on proven designs, LUV THEM ALL! J M O!!!
Bill Dunlap puts ar to shame.
You're arguing with yourself.
Got Mine Today .
Didja3
Still have it bro?
Still have it bro?
@@MB-fe6ly yes
Yes
@@arcocola8183
i dont always shoot guns but when i do, i hickock it back and let it ride
That barrel was smoking!! He makes the absolute best videos.
I have a Socom 16 and it is one of the finest rifles I have ever owned.
I got one. awesome rifle
Innocent delicious soda...murdered... :-(
Would make a great hog gun down here in Florida
Mr. Hickok45 watching your videos has cost me thousands, im drooling again!
Regarding recoil, you are correct. Heavier, along with the gas action, takes a bit of the edge off the recoil.
If this rifle can blow a cinder block to pieces imagine what this would do to a human head.
Especially with a fancy, heavy grain hollowpoint!
You sure make that rifle look small.
Paul O'Neal it's small or shorter and lighter than a regular M1 garand
Would this gun be sufficient for discouraging the pesky chipmunks in my back yard?
If you’re seriously just shooting chipmunks O think you’d best be going with something a bit smaller dude.
All but the particularly nasty ones.
Love this video, Hickok is clearly a very knowledgeable man when it comes to his guns!
Thanks again sir. Always unbiased and super knowledgeable with your reviews.
THis is the rifle our arm forces should have not the pea shooter M16 or m4 dont have nothing against the rifle just the cal. 7,62 it just a better round in every way vs a 5.56
The SCAR is the one we should have. That thing has considerable less recoil than the M1A. It almost feels like shooting the M4.
SCAR is ok in my book as long they are not using that shitly round the 5.56
Yeah the Scar-Heavy/17s shoots 762 x 51 and it has extremely low recoil. If every battle rifle fired the way the scar did, 5.56 rifles would be almost completely obsolete.
5.56 also travels faster then 7.62 essentially 7.62 would be better in closer engagements due to the power of the round but over distance it loses it's velocity due to the heavy round unlike the 5.56
you know they purposely made the 5.56 to maim , not to kill the enemy . because of war casualties . but i agree 7.62 ammo is way better .because the guy or enemy just tried to kill you . why wouldn't you want to take him down ?
Too bad they nerfed this gun in the division.
Noob ya no kidding.
U.S probably would have won Vietnam if they continued the use of this rifle.
+Greg B true
Militarily we won the Vietnam War. Politicaly we lost.
A decent chunk of troops did still use the m14. A lot just prefered the m16
The only way we could have wont the vietnam war would have been to kill every single person in vietnam. poor misinformed fool
We lost in Vietnam because Ted Kennedy added an amendment to the 1973 Defense Appropriations bill that blocked any further Military expenditure in SE Asia, thereby announcing to the enemy we had just beaten that they could regroup and attack and we would do nothing to defend our ally.
BTW I JUST ORDERED MY 1ST SOCOM '16' FROM BUD'S GUN SHOP...KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK..YOU'RE THE BEST
Watched this over and over again. I just love the M1A.
M1A all the way!